Justification and Approval_MATLAB_Redacted.pdf

This is a Department of the Air Force Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) document for a single-source acquisition under $10 million.

The Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, seeks to acquire MATLAB software and toolbox licenses, maintenance, and support through a Firm Fixed Price order to support the 350SWW 16EWS mission. The required items include six antenna toolboxes, six DSP system toolboxes, six phased array system toolboxes, six RF toolboxes, six radar toolboxes, two MATLAB compilers, three MATLAB license renewals, three signal processing toolbox renewals, and three MATLAB license reinstatements with associated signal processing toolbox reinstatements. The justification authorizes single-source procurement based on 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing that only one responsible source—MathWorks, Inc.—can provide the required supplies at the necessary quality level due to MATLAB's unique and highly specialized capabilities as a proprietary multi-paradigm programming language with specialized toolboxes essential for operational Mission Data File development. Market research, including a NASA SEWP request and direct OEM contact, confirmed no adequate alternatives exist. The specific MATLAB components are critical for maintaining full compatibility and seamless integration with existing operational programming software and represent substantial prior infrastructure investment. The document includes certification blocks for the Contracting Officer and Technical and Requirements Personnel, along with coordination signature blocks for legal review, Chief of Contracting Office, Portfolio Acquisition Executive, Head of Contracting Activity, and additional personnel.